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  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Psalm 119 - Gimel- V.17-24 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 26, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,391 views

    The psalmist prays for maturity and growth in this section of the Psalm

    Gimel The psalmist here is PRAYING a prayer… reaching out to God for help and assistance in living FOR Him. His prayer is that God’s word would be ever more important and the focus of his life…let’s look at what he says over the next 8 verses… 17Deal bountifully with your servant, that I may live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's All In Your Mind

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 4, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,230 views

    To claim the promises of God we must have the proper mindset.

    “It’s All in the Mind” Joshua 1:1-9; Romans 12:1-2 When expectations are high it’s tough to wait. An Olympic athlete trains and prepares for years – then the Olympics are canceled due to political unrest. An elderly retired couple has saved for a lifetime in order to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Divine Moments

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 9, 2011
     | 10,468 views

    God graciously provides His people with divine moments - but when and how?

    “Divine Moments” Lev. 23:1-3 & Ps. 95:1-11 I was nervous as a cat in a circle of dogs. It was the first time that I was inviting people to come forward following a sermon for a laying on of hands and a blessing of the Spirit. What if no one came forward and I stood there all alone? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Armed To The Hilt With Christian Virtues

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 24, 2015
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     | 3,809 views

    The mighty power of God at work in and through us empowers us against evil.

    Title: Armed to the Hilt with Christian Virtues (The Whole Armor of God) Text: Ephesians 6:10-18 Thesis: The mighty power of God at work in us and through us empowers us against evil. Introduction In July I traveled to Winterset, Iowa to attend the annual Newton Family Reunion. As I traveled ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Everyone Must Submit To Governing Authorities Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 10, 2014
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     | 32,500 views

    Paul speaks about authorities in this world. 1- Authorities are established by God 2- Authorities punish the wrongdoers 3- Authorities must be respected by all

    INTRO.- We have authorities or authority figures throughout all our lives. ILL.- Little Johnny was going to a public school and he was doing very badly in math. So his mother decided to put him into a Catholic school. When she got his report card at the end of the term, his marks in math had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Zacchaeus: Little Big Man!"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Mar 27, 2014
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     | 12,295 views

    Zacchaeus reveals to us the Savior's mission is to seek and to save those who are lost. You can go down the wrong path and make a shipwreck of your life and be redeemed and restored by the grace of the LORD Jesus Christ. Zacchaeus ends with a big heart

    Cornerstone Church 3.9.14 “Zacchaeus: Little Big Man!” Luke 19:1-10 How many of you grew up in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Baccalaureate 2011

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 62,249 views

    Preached this at the Baccalaureate service

    Baccalaureate 2011 Graduation is an exciting time. It’s a time that you have looked forward to for years. How many times have you said, “I can’t wait until I graduate because then I will be able to do…” Guess what? That time is now and it’s here. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    V-I-C-T-O-R-Y! Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,778 views

    Paul offers five basic principles that build the foundation for victorious living.

    “Between the Lines: V-I-C-T-O-R-Y!” Romans 8:28-39 “V-I-C-T-O-R-Y! Victory – Victory – Victory!” I imagine many of you remember that ancient, once traditional cheer. I thought about having our staff members don cheerleading outfits and recreate the cheer for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Purpose Of God

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Sep 17, 2011
     | 5,737 views

    A message of confident hope in times of trouble. When life makes no sense, we may boldly move forward, knowing that all things work according to the purpose of God. We don't have to understand it ourselves when we know that God does understand!

    The Purpose of God Romans 8:28 May 29, 2005 OPEN: I stood dismayed in the kitchen of our newly acquired country home--I had accidentally submerged my left foot in a tray of fresh wall paint. A few minutes later, as I took off my comfortable, hole-in-the-toe painting sneakers, I regretted that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Work Matters To God Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 27, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,905 views

    God provides for us and demonstrates his love by blessing our labor.

    (Title borrowed from the title of an excellent book by Doug Sherman and William Hendricks) Do you love going to work? According to a Forbes Magazine article, “Finding Your Dream Job” Joel Garfinkle, founder of Dream Job Coaching in Oakland, Calif says that “87% of workers are unhappy with their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Unbelief Of The Unbeliver

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Apr 14, 2013
     | 8,276 views

    The unbeliever faces the peril of being lost from God forever

    INTRODUCTION We are living in a world that can actually be characterized by its unbelief. The world does not want to know Jesus, and actually the world does not want you to know Him either. That’s how the world is when it comes to Jesus. “He was in the world, and the world was made ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are His Hands

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
     | 7,597 views

    We are Jesus ambassadors to others here on this earth. We are His hands and his feet to be a blessing to all those we come in contact with.

    We Are His Hands Michael Jordan is considered by some to be the greatest athlete of all time. • He finished his star-studded career with an incredible performance. • Time was winding down on the NBA championship game. • The Chicago Bulls were down by one basket. • The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Who Are You Really?

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 1, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,737 views

    This message deals with us being revealed before the saints at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Does our reputation truly equal our character?

    Who Are You Really? Isaiah 6:1-7 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 How many of you have ever filled out a job application or an application to go to school? They want to know your name, your address, your education history, your work history, and some times a bunch of other stuff as well. After you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Reaching The Next Generation Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 29, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,166 views

    If we want to reach the next generation for Christ, we must bring a child to Jesus, be a child ourselves, and bless a child.

    Little 5-year-old Kayse Poland grew more and more excited about her first day of kindergarten, and her 3-year-old sister, Jayme, watched her with great fascination. On the Sunday before the first day of school, Kayse fell and skinned her knee. Tears began to flow, and Jayme, seeing the blood on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    "Live Like You Were Dying" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,197 views

    Too many of us live in what we might call the “world of someday.” We say “someday when things settle down or when I get older I’ll really live for God.” When does someday come? Let iststart today.

    REEL DISCIPLESHIP “Live Like you were Dying” John 10:10 On Memorial Day weekend, most of us stop to remember those who have gone on before us and especially those who were killed in battle. Some of you will go to the cemetery and place flowers on your loved ones grave and you may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist